On November 14 1940, the city of Coventry, England was nearly destroyed by German bombers. 14th century St. Michael's cathedral died amongst all the fire.
On November 14 1990, The Queen Mother attended the Service of Remembrance and Reconciliation at the Cathedral's remains where she exchanged gifts with Richard von Weizsäcker, President of the Federal Republic of Germany, adding to Coventry's commitment to forgiveness and reconciliation.
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